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Akran of Badagry, De Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi passes away at 89

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Lagos has been thrown into mourning following the death of the Akran of Badagry, De Wheno Aholu Menu-Toy, who passed away at 89 after a brief illness.

The monarch’s death ends a remarkable 48-year reign, making him one of the longest-serving traditional rulers in Lagos State.

The palace confirmed that medical experts pronounced the Akran dead, and preparations for his traditional burial rites have already begun.

Residents of Badagry, who are currently mourning the loss of their revered monarch, described his death as a heavy blow, noting that the town has lost not just a king but a father figure whose wisdom, counsel and presence brought reassurance in moments of uncertainty.

As of press time, the Lagos State Government was yet to issue an official statement on the development.

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